2002 BMW 330 vs. 2006 BMW 530
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 530. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2006 BMW 530 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 330 | 530 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
